Laptop for school, $650 CAD ($500 USD), Canada
These aren't Canadian links but perhaps check this out:
($599) Acer E 15
It would fit in with your gaming demands. It is not intended to be used for hardcore gaming, but for occasional usage it should be fine (thermal issues have been brought up). It is a good deal for that though. I have a friend who has a previous gen one and it works well enough for him. Attracts hella fingerprints tho.
(I know it's over your budget but I think it would be the best option for what you are looking for, finding a new laptop at that price point that can run games like that is hard.)
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Yeah that's pretty solid for the price and you'll definitely be able to do some solid gaming on it.
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